About the tension: when the roll gets down to the end, does the arm hold it too tight to spin? Does that make sense?
4795
No, I haven't noticed that it is too tight to spin when the roll is low. It seems to have equal pressure regardless of the size of the roll. I've been very pleased with this device.
1979503
No issues at all. I usually rest my arm on the arm rest while shifting. The arm rest isn't in the way at all (with me at least) even when not resting my arm on it while shifting. So, no issues on my end.
2136607
I love it. The reason I bought it was my husband seemed to break every other "easy load" kind that I had. The roll has never fallen off mine. You stretch it slightly as you install a roll, but not enough to bend it. It lets the roll turn freely, however, so occasionally I try to snatch a towel and it lets several roll off. That's just when I'm in a hurry and don't watch what I'm doing. Hope this helps.
563927
I know exactly what your talking about. Mine kinda did the same thing. Try rotating the knuckle the full 180 degress a few times and it should loosen a little bit. I think it will always feel a little stiff.
1656043
Turning one part of the bar while holding the other will EXTEND the bar and turning in the OPPOSITE direction will REDUCE the bar. The manufacturer figured that each person would have to adjust by extending and reducing until they found the right tension for their particular need. Hope this helps?
1762277
I'm not sure what you mean.... Can you rephrase your question? Does it spin when you try to perform a pose on it?
526368
Great question Aaron, and the answer is no it does not. It twists (rolls) one way minorly, then the other, but at no time was it ever problematic nor could it be as it immediately straightens whenever any minor twist does occur. I had never even thought that twist could be a concern, and I can assure you it isn't, but you've obviously given this more thought than I. You can trust me when I say this is the greatest invention of our time (okay, a little exaggeration) and swivels are not required; just one less thing to go wrong.
1260104
It does work with the narrower rolls, but obviously there is some side to side movement. But the roll doesn't fall out.
1289828
yes! read the directions. don't mean to be rude. i had the same problem. there is a knob in the middle you have to turn and you will be able to get them to move and get the tension you want.
1746995
That's a good question... I don't think it's meant to, actually. Because the bar swivels... So you'd have to deal with the whole roll moving from side to side when you try to get some. So I'd probably advise against getting it for that. . . . . . Unless you somehow weld it or something to keep it from swiveling!
1410247
There is no resistance. It spins freely. You have to anchor yourself to a doorway or put both hands on the wall. By doing this you have control over how much you may want to twist.
349027
The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you decide. I love my workout. And its such a great price. The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you... » Read More The higher the level you place the tension, the better pull and push the workout will be. I started on level 2 to getuse to the machine, and have upped it to now level 4. I feel the pull in my arms, legs, bottom,and alittle in my stomach. I feel the forward movement inmy arms and shoulders. I really feel this is a good workout. I go slow for awhile, then pick up the pace and then slow it down again- sorta like they do in cross training. I also move my hands holding the bar to gripping it over the bar and then switch to holding the bar gripping under. I hope this helped you decide. I love my workout. And its such a great price. « Show Less
1842162
I have not had that problem and it does not appear that, that will be issue. I do have one issue with rolling. The locks on the wheels often slip down and lock themselves, causing the chair not to roll properly (as it should being locked). I just unlock them. It happens once or so a day. It doesn't really bother me.
1997222
the handles pushed inward will tighten the roller--the handles pulled away from the roller will loosen the roller--it can be adjusted to the way you want it to roll
1806750
If the machine is set to the lightest resistance its more of an easy rolling sensation. I think your weight and the type of knee problem would be more of a factor.
617930
I don't have an answer for this...only that mine does the same. At one point mine seemed to be slowing down and then I realized that it was loose. You may want to try tightening.
1511423
I'm wondering about this as well...seems like it would have this issue. I just got one but am concerned about using it until my 4 month old can roll in all directions and right himself if need be.